GGS Bangladesh Independence Quiz

How many years has it been since Bangladesh gained independence?

• 25 Years

• 50 Years

• 100 Years

What is the name of the important monument in Savar, Bangladesh?

• National Savar Memorial

• National Martyrs' Memorial

• The Shahid Minar

What year did British rule in India end?

• 1947

• 1845

• 1945

What was launched on 25th March 1971 by the West Pakistan army to eliminate all political, military and religious opposition?

• Operation Gaslight

• Operation Spotlight

• Operation Searchlight

Can you name the first Prime Minister of Bangladesh?

• Al Mahmud

• Sheikh Mujibur Rahman

• Muhammad Amanudeen

What date marks the 50th anniversary of the Bangladesh war?

• 26th March

• 26th April

• 20th March

Our inspirational person of the week was the grandfather of Ms Hussain. Can you remember his name?

• Sheikh Mujibur Rahman

• Al Mahmud

• Muhammad Amanudeen

What was the name of the group he fought in?

• Freedom Riders

• Freedom Fighters

• Freedom Writers

Altab Ali Park is home to a significant Bengali memorial. Can you remember its name?

• National Savar Memorial

• National Martyr's Memorial

• The Shahid Minar

Thousands of people descend on Weavers Field every year to celebrate the Boishakhi Mela Bengali Festival. How long has it been running for?

• 8 Years

• 12 Years

• 20 Years